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In this article, the author examines fragility and vitality as it relates to the COVID-19 pandemic. Fear and courage are also explored from a humanbecoming paradigm perspective as well as from philosophical perspectives. Humanbecoming inquiries related to these topics are presented along with personal experiences of the author.

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COVID-19 pandemic fragility and fear humanbecoming Parse vitality and courage

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